I was born in Marlboro County and attended Marlboro County Public Schools. I attended Chesterfield Marlboro Technical College and received an Associates Degree. I also attended St. Andrews Presbyterian College where I received a BS in Early Childhood Education. Throughout the years, I obtained a Masters Degree. I am married to Johnny Liles. We have four children, Jalaya, Karina, Johnny Jr., and Kaylan.

The Reading Coach works directly with teachers to bring about improvements in the classrooms that will impact student achievement and increase reading and literacy. The Reading Coach also works with students in whole/small groups or individually.

The Reading Coach will assist teachers in ensuring that all teachers are teachers of reading and implement effective literacy strategies.